by Teuvo Tuomi | May 7, 2024 | Singapore, Business, Environment, Finland, News, Travel
Singapore Airlines says it will buy 1,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Neste, the first purchase of the low-carbon jet fuel from the Finnish firm’s Changi refinery. The carrier says it will purchase the SAF to blend with conventional fuel for use by...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Apr 29, 2024 | Environment, Indonesia, Lifestyle
Indonesia had a 27% increase in primary forest loss in 2023 from the previous year, according to the World Resources Institute (WRI). However, WRI sees the loss still as historically low compared to the 2010s. “Deforestation has been declining from six or so...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Apr 20, 2024 | Vietnam, Environment, News, Technology, Travel, Visions
The shift towards electric motorbikes in Vietnam is a response to the government’s CO2 emission strategy and the changing dynamics of the traditional motorcycle market. The government’s focus on reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Apr 13, 2024 | News, Lifestyle, Singapore, Society
Singapore is the world’s fifth-smartest city, moving up two levels from its ranking in 2023, according to the 2024 Smart City Index. The report found that Singapore excels in areas like providing satisfactory basic sanitation for the poorest areas, public transport,...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Apr 11, 2024 | Environment, Finland, News, Technology, Thailand, Visions
Salo Tech (Thailand) Limited has opened a new solar panel factory in Rayong, Eastern Thailand. The Finnish Minister of Foreign Trade and Development, Ville Tavio, was the official opener of the factory. In his speech, Minister Tavio highlighted the importance of...
